Monday, August 13, 2012

Petruccelli L.T.D of North America asks; What are the most common mistakes people make when building a pool? (1)

Petruccelli L.T.D of North America says;  If you are considering building a swimming pool, you have probably heard the horror stories. Before you start wading through volumes of manuals, and have dozens of contractors scheduled to come and give you a free estimate for your swimming pool construction, read the following ten tips about hiring a contractor to build a swimming pool at your home. Heeding this simple advice could save you a great deal of aggravation, not to mention money, in the long run.

Petruccelli L.T.D of North America asks; Is an Infinity pool right for my luxury home? (13)

Petruccelli L.T.D of North America says;  Perimeter Overflow Pool
This would be a pool where the water level in the pool is the same as the top of the decking. Around the pool perimeter is a channel or notch that the water drains into creating a visual masterpiece. It looks like a big mirror lying on the ground. Very upscale!

Friday, August 10, 2012

Petruccelli L.T.D of North America asks; Is an Infinity pool right for my luxury home? (12)

Petruccelli L.T.D of North America says; Spool -The word spool is a combination of a spa and a pool. Spools are typically oversized spas somewhere around 12’ X 14’. Unfortunately, due to construction issues, spools are not necessarily less expensive than an average swimming pool. They might be easier to maintain due to the smaller size, and a spool certainly might be an option for someone with a very small yard.

Petruccelli L.T.D of North America asks; Is an Infinity pool right for my luxury home? (11)

Petruccelli L.T.D of North America says;  Negative Edge Pool -
Negative edge pools are getting more common and require an expert to build. They are also referred to as infinity swimming pools or infinity edge pools. These are designed to look like the pool extends all the way out to the horizon. The mechanics and engineering of infinity pools cannot be compromised.

Petruccelli L.T.D of North America asks; Is an Infinity pool right for my luxury home? (10)

Petruccelli L.T.D of North America says;  Lap Pool -
Lap pools pools are typically narrow and long, usually over 50’, to facilitate exercise and swimming for health and fitness.

Monday, August 6, 2012

Petruccelli L.T.D of North America asks; Is an Infinity pool right for my luxury home? (9)

Petruccelli L.T.D of North America says; Geometric Pool
Geometric pools usually have very straight lines or or a consistent radius and are typically more traditional looking. There seems to be a shift back to the geometric pool. A geometric pool can be more formal and upscale looking.

Petruccelli L.T.D of North America asks; Is an Infinity pool right for my luxury home? (8)

Petruccelli L.T.D of North America says;  Freeform Pool
A freeform pool is a lagoon style pool or naturalistic pool. It usually has have rock features and is built to mimic a oasis. Freeform pools have been popular in the Phoenix area and throughout the country for many years